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 From ancient times up to the modern day, hair has always been a key aspect of female beauty and has often been described as a woman's crowning glory. This is why female hair loss can cause considerable concern. This fear is supported by research showing an increasing number of women are losing their hair and experiencing thinning at an earlier age. Male pattern hair loss and female hair loss differ in a number of ways. Male hair loss is principally of androgen type whereas there can be a variety of causes of female hair loss. Hereditary hair loss, is caused by the presence of male hormones which interfere with the normal hair cycle. Testosterone is altered by the presence of the 5 Alpha Reductase enzyme, changing it into Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT attacks the hair follicle, causing it over time to become shorter and thinner, eventually leading to miniaturisation. This type of hair loss can also affect women, although it is not the cause of most cases of female hair loss. This type of hair loss is concentrated on the top of the scalp with less hair loss evident on the back, sides and hairline. There are multiple factors which can lead to hair loss in women, including hormonal imbalance, especially following pregnancy or menopause, following surgery, stress at work or home, rapid weight loss, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), side effects from prescription medications, anaemia and thyroid problems. A significant proportion of female hair loss is caused by "traction alopecia", which is the result of tight hairstyles such as braiding. Damage can occur over a period of time, the constant pulling weakens and eventually destroys the hair follicle. A characteristic of this type of hair loss is that the loss usually occurs first from the hairline. In order to treat female hair loss, we need to examine the causes. We have three main treatment routes: The best way to determine which type of female hair loss you are experiencing is with a personal consultation. Where indicated we will use a blood test to determine whether the hair loss is androgenetic or caused by hormonal imbalance or by anaemia or other deficiency. A determination will then be then be made regarding the best course of treatment whether this will be a trichological treatment or female hair transplant or a combination of the two. A female hair transplant is a simple routine procedure, where the naturally growing hair follicles are repositioned to provide coverage of the balding area and an aesthetically pleasing result. The following steps are taken before deciding to proceed with a hair transplant:
When the decision has been made:
There are two basic differences between a male and female hair transplant: 1. In the majority of female cases, follicular units are placed between existing hair. This requires considerable skill and experience on the part of the medical team to avoid shocking the hair nearby. 2. Hair loss in women tends to be more diffuse. In other words this means that the hair tends to thin over most or all of the head. Whereas with men the hair tends to be lost in a defined area such as the top of the hair, where as no loss may occur on the sides and back. As in both male and female cases the hair to be transplanted is taken fro the back and sides, it is required that the donor area has sufficient density to allow coverage of the recipient area. This is to be determined during the initial personal consultation or alternatively by having clear photos of the donor and recipient areas. HDC Hair Transplant Clinic has achieved very good results in female hair transplantation which we are proud to show. We understand this can be a very personal and emotional decision and only recommend this procedure to good candidates for a female hair transplant. This is a once in a lifetime decision and HDC wants to ensure you make the right one. We are here to offer correct and unbiased information.
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